Cancer Council

Cancer Council Australia is a national nonprofit organization established in 1961, originally known as the Australian Cancer Society. It serves as the peak independent authority on cancer control in Australia, aiming to reduce the impact of cancer and promote effective cancer-control policies. The organization operates as a federation of eight member Cancer Councils across all Australian states and territories.

The primary role of Cancer Council Australia is to develop national cancer control policy, while its member organizations focus on research, patient support, and education programs. The organization advocates for cancer patients and their families, advises government and stakeholders on cancer-related issues, and funds health research, prevention, and education initiatives. It provides resources for those affected by cancer, runs public health campaigns, and develops evidence-based guidelines on cancer prevention and healthy lifestyle choices. Recognized by its daffodil logo, Cancer Council Australia is a leading voice in the fight against cancer, working towards a cancer-free future.